1. Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.

1. Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.

1. Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.

1. Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.

1. Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records
2. Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.

1. Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.

1. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.

1. Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.

1. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.

1. Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
2. Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.

1. Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.

1. Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.

1. Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.

1. Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
2. Keep financial records or perform other bookkeeping duties, such as handling credit or collections or mailing monthly statements to patients.

1. Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.

1. Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.

1. Change dressings on wounds.

1. Schedule appointments for patients
2. Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.

1. Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment

1. Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.

1. Set up medical laboratory equipment.

Introduction to human anatomy and physiology by systems with brief descriptions of biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology. Upon completion, students will understand normal functions and be able to recognize pathologies.

Medical terminology used in various allied health fields.

Health occupational training and experience using instructional equipment and simulators for health occupation competencies.

Provides training to ensure the delivery of high quality care meeting the industry expectations. This course covers communication competency, workplace ethics and professionalism, team building and collaboration, effective problem solving, embracing diversity, and demonstrating compassion.

Scope ofpractice, tasks, and responsibilities of the Medical Assistant; theory and foundational skills in medical assisting. Study essential competencies that provide a central body of knowledge for movement into administrative or clinical career paths